The resolution honors the life and memory of Robert Darrell Jones, who passed away on February 1, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on December 14, 1934, in Mesquite, Texas, he graduated high school in 1953 and attended Southern Methodist University. Jones had a successful career as a sales representative in the furniture and supply industry and founded his own business, Darrell Jones and Associates, in 1971. He was a devoted family man, married to Mary Lou Pollard for nearly seven decades, and was proud of their two daughters, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

In addition to his professional achievements, Jones was known for his strong faith and community involvement, including his service as a Mason and a Shriner, where he helped transport children in need of medical care. He enjoyed traveling with his wife across the United States and Canada. The resolution expresses heartfelt condolences to his family and friends, recognizing his kindness, wisdom, and dedication to his loved ones. It concludes with a directive for an official copy of the resolution to be prepared for his family and for the Texas Senate to adjourn in his memory.